Our Mission:

The mission of the City of Lake Charles Mayor's Armed Forces Commission is to promote goodwill and understanding between the City of Lake Charles and the Armed Forces, both active and reserve. 

Our Meetings:

The commission meets on the second Monday of every month at 3:30 p.m. in the City Council chambers of City Hall. For more information, call 337 491-1383.

The commission coordinates many activities throughout the year, including the annual Veteran's Day parade and celebrations, the annual Patriot's Ball, National Vietnam War Veterans Day, and many others. The commission also maintains oversight of Veterans Memorial Park. 
 
Mayor Nic Hunter along with the City of Lake Charles Mayor's Armed Forces Commission are committed to improving the physical, emotional, and economic well-being of our nation's active military, veterans, and their family members. Our programs ensure they have the opportunity to experience the thankfulness and appreciation that they deserve.   

MAFC Logo 2024

If you are interested in being an annual sponsor, please contact Tanya Senegal at tanya.senegal@cityoflc.us.  For one-time donations please visit SWLA Community Foundation.

For more information on the Calcasieu Parish Tax Assessor's Program for Veterans, click here.

A Look Back - 2024 16th Annual Patriot's Ball

Louisiana Vietnam Veterans Memorial

On Monday, October 9, Mayor Nic Hunter unveiled plans for the Louisiana Vietnam Veterans Memorial to members of the Mayor’s Armed Forces Commission (MAFC). The Louisiana Vietnam Veterans Memorial will be located on the Lake Charles lakefront, inside Veterans Memorial Park. The names of all the 885 Louisiana Vietnam War casualties will be etched into the walls of the memorial.
This marked the first public discussion of plans for a permanent replacement for the area that formerly housed the UH-1 “Huey” helicopter that was retired after Hurricanes Laura and Delta rendered the Vietnam-era chopper unrepairable.
At this time there is no other site officially designated as the “Louisiana Vietnam Veterans Memorial” in the State of Louisiana. During the next legislative session, the City will seek official designation of this namesake from the State of Louisiana.
The current cost estimate for this project is $135,000. The City has already identified $120,000 and is seeking an additional $15,000 in funding. The goal is to identify at least six sponsors at 2,500 each. Each sponsor will receive permanent recognition at the memorial.
If you or your business is interested in becoming a sponsor, please see the flyer below for complete details.

Louisiana Vietnam Veterans Memorial

 Veterans Affairs Veterans Outreach Event - Click Here for a Vendor Application

View a calendar of upcoming Veteran-related events below: